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Two new Melbourne auxiliary bishops consecrated
The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has welcomed two new members to its ranks – Bishop Thinh Nguyen and Bishop Rene Ramirez RCJ. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Pope holds surprise video conference with young Ukrainians
As the 2025 Jubilee entered its second month, Pope Francis has made an effort to work for peace, looking at the issue of Ukraine. Source: Crux.
Archbishop Comensoli expresses deep gratitude to departing bishop
Pope Francis on Friday accepted the resignation of Melbourne Auxiliary Bishop Terence Curtin, who has served as bishop for the Northern Region of the archdiocese since 2014. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Celebrating the lives of consecrated women and men
Catholic Religious Australia marked World Day of Consecrated Life yesterday by giving thanks for the women and men who have generously offered their lives for the mission of the Church.
Looking for a caravan? Vinnies Victoria launches online store
The St Vincent de Paul Society Victoria las launched a new online Vinnies store they’ve referred to as the “shop that never sleeps”. Source: The Guardian.
Mater welcomes visitors from ‘flourishing’ Catholic hospital in Pakistan
Mater is building ties with a Catholic hospital serving some of the most impoverished communities in Pakistan. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Concern for salvation of souls guides annulment process: Pope
Concern for the salvation of souls is what guides the work of Church tribunals and the implementation of reforms regarding the marriage annulment process, Pope Francis said on Friday. Source: CNS.
US bishops reject Vance comments as ‘just wrong’
Claims that the United States bishops conference profits from its partnership with the US government to assist refugee populations that qualify for federal assistance are “just wrong”, says the bishops’ migration director. Source: OSV News.
Ireland’s spiritual mother faces secular reinterpretation
Ireland’s public holiday in honour of the feast of St Brigid has been given a secular spin, with the Irish Government reimagining the patron saint as a pre-Christian goddess. Source: CNA.